Suresh Maria Arulappan

• Act as Mental health nurse, an integral role as a resource for mental health clients, carers, and staff in relation to the management of individuals with identified mental health issues.
• Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring behaviors, administering medications as prescribed, and intervening during incidents of aggression or selfharm.
• Conducting complete mental health assessments for incoming patients Always shows resilience with a high degree of initiative and experience in providing mental health advice and support.
• Provide a high standard of clinical care pertaining to mental health care.
• Adapting to a dynamic work environment and responding effectively to change.
• Maintaining high professional and ethical standards in all aspects of patient care.
• Recognizing and valuing the diverse cultural backgrounds of patients and colleagues.
• Implementing innovative solutions to improve healthcare delivery.
• Focusing on improving the lives of vulnerable people in our care.
• Initiates appropriate treatment and referral in emergency situations.
• Collaboratively working as part of the multi-disciplinary team.
• As a mental health nurse, collaborating with psychiatrists, psychologists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care Management of patients.
• Administration of medications.
• Developing and implementing personalized nursing care plans based on individual needs.
• Administering and monitoring psychotropic medications as prescribed.
• Providing therapeutic support and counseling to patients Leading and participating in group therapy sessions.
• Monitoring and documenting patients' mental health status and treatment progress.
• Implementing crisis intervention strategies when necessary.
• Educating patients and their families on mental health conditions, treatment, progress and outcome of their condition.
• Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
• Built trust with patients from various cultural backgrounds through culturally competent care practices tailored to individual needs.
• Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
• Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
• Collaborated proactively with psychiatrists to adjust treatment plans based on observed changes in symptoms or behavior patterns among patients.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
• Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
• Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.

• Monitoring patients with critical conditions.
• Administering medications.
• Responding to medical emergencies and acting quickly in life-saving situations.
• Modifying the patient’s treatment plan according to their level of consciousness and conditions.
• Operating medical equipment.
• Conducting general assessments, interpreting lab results.
• Implementing care plans, and providing emotional support to patients and their families.
• Collaborate with Multidisciplinary Team, coordinate interventions during life threatening conditions, educate patients on general health, and contribute to the overall management of Intensive Care patients in a healthcare setting.
• Regularly updating medical records and staying current on emergency care advancements are also essential responsibilities.
• Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
• Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
• Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
• Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans for critically ill patients.
• Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
• Managed ventilator settings according to physician orders, significantly reducing instances of respiratory distress among critically ill patients.
• Identified patients' current needs through careful observation, vitals monitoring and discussions with loved ones or patients.
• Facilitated smooth patient transitions from the ICU to other units by providing detailed reports and recommendations for ongoing care.
• Enhanced ICU team efficiency by providing continuous education on best nursing practices and protocols.
• Administered medications accurately and effectively, preventing adverse reactions through careful monitoring of drug interactions.
• Contributed to the development of quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient safety measures within the ICU setting.
• Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
• Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
• Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.

Continuously monitor patients' vital signs, such as heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen levels.

• Provide specialized care immediately following surgery, including monitoring surgical wounds, administering medications, and managing pain.
• Educate patients and their families about the recovery process, medications, and signs of complications.
• Proficiency in operating and monitoring equipment like ventilators, infusion pumps, and cardiac monitors.
• Ability to respond promptly to emergencies such as cardiac arrest, respiratory distress, or severe bleeding.
• Strict adherence to infection control protocols to prevent healthcare-associated infections.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
• Provided comprehensive education to patients and families regarding surgical procedures, recovery expectations, and follow-up care, promoting informed decision making.
• Enhanced patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and adhering to surgical protocols.
• Maintained sterile surgical environment and secured confidential data to protect patients' health and privacy.
• Documented procedure plans, surgery notes and progress updates to facilitate communication among healthcare providers.
• Developed strong rapport with patients by demonstrating empathy, active listening skills, and effective communication throughout their surgical journey.
• Streamlined pre-and post-operative processes by effectively coordinating patient care with various departments, ensuring smooth transitions.
• Maintained a sterile operating environment through strict adherence to infection control guidelines, minimizing risk of contamination.
• Reduced post-operative complications through thorough assessments and timely interventions during the perioperative process.
• Contributed to successful surgeries by assisting surgeons with instrumentation, suturing, and wound closure as needed.